by Prepare Magazine | Apr 5, 2025 | Blog, Guest Bloggers
The Zika Virus, Natural Mosquito Repellent & Bite Remedies
Mosquitoes and Mankind
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Guest Blog Post by: PREPARE Magazine Author – Snake Blocker of Blocker Academy
Mosquitoes, they are not going away. You either live in an area where mosquitoes live like kings and queens in humid environments, or you have visited a place such as this. These mosquitoes, like vampires, suck! An old Apache legend states they were not indigenous to the Turtle Island (the Americas) until the last Great Bear died and reincarnated into millions of mosquitoes that when combined, formed the shape of the Sacred Great Bear. The Great Bear was killed by a disrespectful Apache youth, so in revenge, the next season the bear formed massive swarms of mosquitoes to suck the life blood out of the entire tribe, bite by bite.
So what do we do without playing around with chemicals? The answer my friend is blowing in the wind (or in this article). Mosquitoes usually like non-locals over locals, just like I like an occasional Asian or Mexican dish. They also tend to prefer excessive-fat people over lean-fit people.
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Recommendations for repelling mosquitoes:
- Cover up any and all exposed skin
- Rub cinnamon oil on your skin and drink cinnamon tea and/or eat ground cinnamon
- Rub lemon grass oil on your skin and/or spray it on your clothes
- Drink vanilla mixed with olive oil
- Eat Garlic and/or rub garlic on your clothes
Recommendations for mosquito bites to prevent and minimize itching:
- Rub tea tree oil on all exposed areas where itching is occurring
- Bathe in water mixed with lavender oil (warm water) and/or rub on affected areas
- Place spit and urine (hopefully your own) on affected areas to give some temporary comfort, if nothing else is available
- Rub peppermint oil on affected areas
- Place paste of baking soda mixed with a little purified water on affected area to draw out the irritants
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Remember, thousands of people die each year from mosquitoes as they can transmit disease and cause many illnesses, which can be fatal to unfit people and fit people alike. When things go from bad to worst with climate changes and worse case scenarios, mosquitoes will increase in number and deadliness.
Be prepared my friend, be prepared!
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Snake Blocker is a member of the Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas, is an accomplished martial artists and Apache Historian. He has served in the U.S. Navy since June 2001 and did tours in Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan. He is the featured instructor in several videos and promotes his signature line of survival products and knives. Snake has been featured on Deadliest Warrior “Apaches versus Gladiators” and Doomsday Preppers “In the Hurt Locker”. He hosts “Snake Blocker Survival” on Preparedness Radio Network.
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by Prepare Magazine | Apr 5, 2025 | Blog, Guest Bloggers
Home On Wheels
Guest Blog Post by:
PREPARE Magazine Distinguished Author – Ken Youngquist, of Survivaltek
There is a saying that “less is more”. This has many applications: Less parts to a device means that there are less chances of failure; less estate and physical assets means less effort and funds required to maintain them. This often translates to 
“more” time and money for other interests or needs.
I have often reflected on the early days of raising a family. My wife and I were blessed with two sons. When they were old enough we enrolled them in our “home school”. As part of our desire to enrich their education and life experiences we purchased a “class C” motorhome. We were able to take many weekend trips to various locations that enabled us to enjoy the great outdoors while camping.
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On one such occasion we went to a county park where it rained almost all weekend. It was prudent to take cover inside the RV where we stayed warm and dry. We played many board games, ate meals, watched a little TV, and did some reading. When there were breaks in the weather we would go outside to explore the surrounding area. When we returned to our 
residence I was struck with the contrast in square footage of our two habitations. The house seemed huge in comparison to our motorhome (or RV) that had provided all the essentials for simple living that weekend.
As a matter of definition, recreational vehicles (RVs), (sometimes called a “motorhome” or “camper”) refers to a motor vehicle or trailer that is equipped with living space and amenities found in a home. Most RVs are self-contained providing a warm, dry, shelter with plenty of light, a galley for cooking, water storage, sleeping quarters, and often a toilet and shower. The RV experience is not limited to just indoor living space but also includes outdoor living with features like awnings to protect you from the sun and rain, and storage space for folding camping chairs, portable grills, and other camping equipment. It’s a delight to sit by a campfire and enjoy the wonderful views.
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There are expenses to RV ownership like financing for purchase, insurance, propane, gasoline, storage and camping fees, but with careful planning they can be minimal compared to residential expenses. For us, our RV provided recreational and educational benefits but it also provided a shelter in the event of power outages or potential structural house damage in the event of unforeseen natural disasters.
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by Prepare Magazine | Apr 5, 2025 | Blog
As we prepare, one roll is to be prepared for any unfavorable circumstances that may happen within the family, particularly with the children. Remember, that first aid and health care are two of the most important responsibilities for your family.
There are unexpected incidents that may happen in your household every once in a while such as minor accidents and/or illnesses. These are inevitable situations, particularly if your children are very active which make them prone to minor accidents, and also because of sudden change of weather or viruses around us which make them sick.
Identify possible risk that may cause accidents
- Is your home a two story building that has one or more staircases?
- Do you have pets at home, like dogs or cats?
- Is your home near the road or highway or public transportation?
- Do you live in an area near water such as river, lake or sea?
Try to identify as many different risk factors as possible. This could help you create a better action plan in preventing these accidents and can help you create a better plan on how to respond when these risks result in accidents. If you can’t come up with an action plan on your own, try to ask your neighbors, friends, other family members, or relatives, and check some tips online. It’s good if you can gather as much information as possible so that you’ll have more options and you’ll be able to choose which one that will best suit you and your family.
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First-aid supplies to keep on-hand
Aside from accidents, different types of illnesses may also attack you or your child. Before this happens, prepare your medical and first-aid supplies. Colds, fever, skin itching, skinned knees, bruises, and minor tummy pain are easily taken care of without bringing your little patient to the doctor or ER, so make sure you equip yourself with ample knowledge in dealing with these certain situations.
Here are a few helpful supplies for your first-aid kit:
- Bandages and gauze pads
- Cotton balls
- Instant cold and hot packs
- Medical tape
- Rubbing alcohol
- Saline drops and bulb syringe
- Scissors
- Thermometer
- Tweezers
- First-aid manual
Typical Over the Counter Medications (Many of which have Essential Oil Replacements):
- Acetaminophen – pain reliever and a fever reducer
- Anti-fungal creams – used to treat fungal infections of the skin, scalp and nails
- Antihistamines – used to treat allergy symptoms such as congestion, runny nose, sneezing, or itching
- Aspirin – pain reliever
- Cough Medicine
- Electrolyte solution – for dehydration
- Eye drops – for itchy eyes
- Ibuprofen or naproxen sodium – great painkillers for adults and older kids
- Vicks vapor rub – (or natural equivalent – see below) good for adult and toddler’s colds
- Gas Relief – (or natural equivalent – see below) to alleviate pain from bloating
Note: Be sure you consult a doctor before using most over the counter medications.
Essential Oils are gaining ground as an alternative to using the over-the-counter medication approach to many of the unexpected events in life requiring first aid. A good quality essential oil will have instructions and education for you to use it to for the best results. But because they are direct food or plant derivatives with no synthetic alterations the FDA often will not substantiate their claims. However, many people use Essential oils very successfully to address a magnitude of first aid needs instead of over-the -counter or prescription medications.
For someone wishing to ‘make over’ their medicine cabinet for to a healthier approach with less concern for side-affects, we would like to also offer a few natural options such as the ones listed below.
IMMUNE STRENGTH® Natural Defense (*Natural Replacement for Disinfectant Spray and more)
- Diffuse in a room to cleanse the air
- Dilute in spray bottle to clean doorknobs, telephones, and other community surfaces
TUMMY RUB® Digestive Support (*Natural Replacement for GasX, Pepto-Bismol and more)
- When traveling or trying new foods, use Tummy Rub to soothe occasional stomach discomfort*
- Heartburn, indigestion and upset stomach can be elevated with this topical Tummy Rub.
BREATHE EASE® Respiratory Support (*Natural Replacement for Vapor Rubs and more)
- Apply topically to maintain feelings of clear airways and easy breathing
- Diffuse or add to humidifier at bedtime for a restful night’s sleep
- Apply to chest, hands or bottom of feet
TRUE BLUE® Muscle and Joint Support (*Natural Replacement for BenGay or Icey-Hot and more)
- Apply on feet and knees before and after exercise
- Rub on soar aching muscles and joints after a day of heavy lifting or exertion to alleviate pain.
FRANKINCENSE (*Natural Cellular Support )
- Apply topically to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections
- Apply to the bottom of your feet to promote feelings of relaxation
- When in doubt, use and defuse Frankincense!
OREGANO (*Natural Immune Support )
- May be taken internally, 1–2 drops in an empty vegetable capsule to maintain a healthy immune system*
- May be Add to your favorite Italian dishes for flavoring and to support healthy digestion*
- May be taken internally to support healthy respiratory function*
MELALEUCA (*Natural Anti-fungal & First Aid for the Skin)
- Apply to skin for a cleansing and rejuvenating effect
- Defuse into the air to lift mood and help to create creativity.
- Apply to feet and toenails after showering to purify and keep nails looking healthy
PEPPERMINT (*Natural Respiratory & Tension Relief)
- May be taken internally to promote digestive health, respiratory function and clear breathing*
- Diffuse when feeling fatigued or low on energy
- Apply to neck and forehead with Lavender to relieve feelings of tension
LEMON (*Natural Cleansing & Purification)
- Diffuse in a room to neutralize odors and elevate mood
- Use to cleanse and purify the air and surfaces
- May be taken internally to assist with seasonal respiratory discomfort*
LAVENDER (*Naturally Relaxing & Mood Boosting)
- May be taken internally to reduce anxious feelings*
- Apply topically to soothe occasional skin irritations & bug bites.
- Massage on back or bottom of feet and apply a drop to pillow at bedtime
- May be taken internally with water to promote relaxation and a restful night’s sleep*
Additional tips:
ALWAYS make sure that you keep all medicines, essential oils and first-aid supplies on-hand but out of reach of small children. Every once in a while do an inventory on your medical supplies. Check dates, spills, etc., and replace items that are no longer usable. Try to familiarize yourself with the action plans that you have created so that it will be easier for you to handle any forms of accidents. You may also keep a hard copy of your action plans or if you have charts or other references, put them in a place where you can access them easily.
Usually in the family, these things are performed by Dr. Mom. However, try to educate each member on how to use medications or essential oils as well so that anyone can take over for you in order to handle certain emergencies when you are not around. Remember that in a family, it is much better if both you and your spouse know what to do when unfavorable circumstances arise.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. While some people select to ingest a few drops of essential oils per dose and on a very temporary basis, most of the time it is left up the consumer to decide if the manufacturer of the essential oil permits/promotes that ability. To the best of my knowledge, the FDA has not cleared any essential oil for human consumption but does acknowledge the use of them in topical and aromatic treatment.
Full Disclosure: The author of this post is an affiliate of Rocky Mountain Oils and may receive compensation should you purchase products. She can also be reached for more information.
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Donna Miller is a teacher, author, sought-after speaker, and trainer. She has been both a guest and host on internet and broadcast radio talk-shows and in television interviews. She enjoys teaching online and local classes & ladies retreats. Donna is happily married and has three adult children, with one daughter-in-law and one son-in-law. She and her husband (Joseph) are the founders PREPARE Magazine and YourPreparation Station among other leading entities in the current Preparedness movement.
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by Prepare Magazine | Apr 5, 2025 | Blog, Guest Bloggers
Before the festivities begin and the calendar turns over to a new year, many people are preparing for their holiday tradition of trimming the tree. We’d like to share with you, another thought about this topic. It is a more sustainable thought with hints of long-term heirloom memories for years to come.
One of our friends and authors, Desere, who is the Office Manager (and more) at Turtle Island Preserve, sent in this timely article that we thought would be good to share right away. We hope you’ll pass this on to your friends and family this year. And we hope you’ll use some of the inspiration Desere has to offer to sustain the memory of the season from generation to generation.
The Off-Road Girl’s Guide to: Holiday Trees – Digging up vs. Cutting Down
Regardless of religious persuasions, cultural heritage patterns, or particular holiday traditions, throughout North America there’s an undeniable mass harvesting of evergreen trees each winter. Here in southern Appalachia, Christmas trees are big business. According to the national Christmas Tree Association, approx. 26 million live conifers were harvested and sold in our nation in 2014. On average, consumers pay from $35 – 50 for freshly cut firs, spruces and pines. And each year from late December into January, our neighborhood curbsides are scattered with a surplus of discarded trees.
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Some municipalities provide composting sites where trees can be taken and chipped, and some even offer neighborhood pick-ups for compost/mulch operations, but a good majority of our fallen tannenbaums become landfill-bound. There are green alternatives from recycled-plastic reusable trees to stringing up lights on potted plants, but if your halls simply cannot be decked without the age-old tradition of harvesting a lush verdant evergreen tree – consider planting a live tree that you dug up, rather than cut down. Planting your annual investment can beautify your yard, create privacy and windbreaks and reduce future landscaping costs. You can design and enhance your homestead with the boughs of Christmas past.
It’s easy and here’s how:
Evaluate your yard and select an ideal location for an evergreen tree or trees. Think long-term gain. Consider permaculture concepts in choosing the right site for a tree or a row of trees to commemorate each season. Evergreens in favorable conditions grow quickly to create boundaries, provide shade, attract birds and an intentionally planted row creates a windbreak to shelter your home from north winds.
Depending on your location’s fall temperatures, dig your receiving hole well before the ground freezes. Once the earth is removed, you can lightly fill with compost or fallen leaves and cover with an old piece of plywood. Be mindful if you have livestock or small children that may be attracted to or susceptible to hazards in the yard like a new giant hole.
Some tree farms allow you to come out to dig instead of saw, but plenty of nurseries and home-centers have them already pre-balled and bundled for the convenience-oriented types too. If you’ve never dug up a tree by yourself, there are countless video tutorials online that describe the process in great detail but here are a few tips: Bring plenty of rope (I like mule-tape the best), burlap, a square-point shovel and a wheel barrel. Before you begin, bind the limbs and branches up and out of the way so you have plenty of room to work the tree from the earth.
If your ground freezes early, you can do the digging in October, flag your tree, leave it bound in its original hole and return closer to the holiday to pick up your tree. If you bring it home right away, have a 30-50 gallon galvanized wash tub ready to serve as your tree’s temporary “pot”; it helps to have a dolly beneath the tree’s tub so you can roll it from here to there. Loosen the burlap, secure the tree in the tub, adding earth if needed. Water it well and unbind the rope to reduce stress on the branches. Leave it in a shed or garage to acclimate your new little green friend from the cold outdoors to the heated indoors. Once you roll the tree into your warm and cozy home, choose a spot that is as far away from heat sources and near a window if possible. Your potted tree won’t mind having its branches misted. Decorate as desired and enjoy much less needle loss than from a sawn-down tree.
As soon as the season has passed, roll your tree back into the shed or garage for re-acclimation to the outdoors. On a fair weather day, return to your yard’s receiving hole with the potted tree and plant it, making sure not to go too deep.
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It’s been said that “The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago, but the second-best time is today.” With a little extra thought and effort you can increase the value of your property and leave your family a lasting legacy of trees. In a few years your homestead can sparkle with a living commemoration for each year of holiday cheer. Traditions like this have a lasting positive impact not just on your wallet and the environment, but across the generations who will have both the memories you created inside the home, but also a meaningful personal connection to what’s planted just outside.
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Since 2006, Desere has lived and taught at Turtle Island Preserve. As office manager and Co-Director of Girls Camp and Young Boys Camp, she brings 10 years of experience as an outdoor educator having worked at various camps and educational institutions throughout the Nation. She has a wide and adventurous background in travel, art, and woodworking. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in fine art from The Rochester Institute of Technology and Associates in Visual Communications at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.
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by Prepare Magazine | Apr 5, 2025 | Blog
Perhaps the Holiday Season puts you on the road or in the air to visit family, friends and loved ones. This is a time when situations may strike that are not handled the same as if you were in more familiar surroundings, with more familiar equipment or facilities that you find closer to home.
Whether it’s over the river and through the woods or all the way around the globe, there are several tips to well prepared travels – both domestic and abroad – that are important to take into consideration.
International Travel
Everyone knows that international travel can be a daunting experience, even for the seasoned traveler. A traveler may not know about the information that is made available to them through multiple resources regarding international travel, starting with the traveler’s chosen airline. Depending on where you are going will determine what you need to take and what you should watch out for. Some common items to reference prior to departing on your international flight include (but are not limited to): Travel Maps, Weather, and Currency Calculator. More definitive and required items include: Passport, Foreign Entry Information, Travelers Health, and Travel Warnings. The latter items are extremely important due to increased security threats throughout the world as well as illnesses that may be caught or spread from visiting other parts of the world.
As an international traveler, you may want to make a list of items you are required to take with you. This list will assist you to make sure you limit the speed bumps that can easily occur in international travel. It is also recommended that any traveler have a map, any warnings, and even U.S. Embassy information as electronic sources are not always reliable in other parts of the world. Can you think of the last time you could not pick up a wireless network prohibiting you from gaining needed information? Having this type of situation occur in a foreign country can instantly make the situation more undesirable.
Please do your research before your international travel and remember to be vigilant at all times. Here are some International Travel Resources:
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Our friend, Joe Alton, M.D., aka Dr. Bones of DoomandBloom.Net wrote about Traveling & Survival while on a trip abroad as well. Here are some of his tips:
Be the Gray Man: The “Gray Man” is a person who can blend in anywhere without attracting attention; someone you would pass on the street and not remember. This is a highly useful quality to have in a survival setting, and helpful when you’re on the road in an unfamiliar city. You’ll be approached less by street vendors, pickpockets, and other ne’er-do-wells.
In Europe, this means wearing black. Black is “the New Black”, as they say in fashion circles. Hawaiian shirts, shorts, and flip-flops = Tourist (which equals ”target”). When in Rome, do as the Romans do. If you want to know what they’re doing, use technology if it exists. Webcams are a great way to reconnoiter the surroundings.
Be aware, not scared: Be aware of travel alerts that indicate ce
rtain areas might not be safe at night. This is pertinent for survival scenarios also. You wouldn’t travel into raider territory without taking precautions. The same goes for dark alleyways. Situational awareness is the key to staying safe on the road and in times of trouble. Know where you’re going, and appear confident as you go there.
Prepare for the environment: In travel, whether while bugging-out, on wilderness outings, or to another country, you must be ready to function in the environment you’re entering. If you haven’t taken the environment into account, you have truly made it your enemy. If you’re underdressed, you’ll expose yourself to hypothermia. If overdressed, you may overheat. Check out expected weather conditions before you head out.
Wear the right shoes for the terrain and make sure they’re broken in, so you can avoid blisters. If you can’t trust the water in a survival setting, have water sterilization tablets available. If you’re traveling on vacation, you might consider bottled water.
Pack light, but pack the right stuff: If you going to be doing a lot of walking, whether it’s foraging for food in an apocalyptic wasteland or visiting museums, you don’t want to carry too much weight. I can tell you something about travel that is different from survival: In leisure travel, you will overpack. Period. You probably need half of what you put in your suitcase. We have traveled for a month in other countries with nothing but a carry-on bag, and you could too. In survival, you’ll need everything you’ve packed at one point or another.
Still, you want to have what’s necessary. You’ll want to carry enough clothes for the weather, but not so much that it’s a burden to carry. You’ll want to have access to food and water and have planned out considerations for shelter, whether it’s in a cave or a Holiday Inn. First aid items come in as handy in travel settings as they would in survival settings. Expect an article in the near future by Amy Alton, A.R.N.P., aka Nurse Amy, on exactly what that kit should contain.
Start off healthy: As I often mention, one of the keys to survival in a disaster is to be in the best medical shape possible BEFORE the event. While traveling, you’ll do a lot of walking and it makes sense to get in decent physical condition before you embark on your journey. Take regular walks and build your stamina.
Know how to deal with simple medical issues: If you’re a regular visitor to our website (DoomandBloom.net), you’ll have learned quite a bit about dealing with medical problems when advanced care is unavailable. In other countries, you will benefit from not just having medications and supplies on hand, but knowing how to use them.
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Air Travel
Obviously traveling abroad means the high potential of air travel, but so does domestic travel. There are some things unique to air travel that require your attention for safety.
Your EDC needs an update for Air Travel.
Often if you have an every day carry list of items, many of them may not be allowed on the plane in the cabin iteself, overhead compartment or even in your luggage. You may need to update what you carry and have alternatives that are on the list of allowed items that you can use in different ways. Learning to use some ‘non-leathal’ items in ways to protect yourself is a vital skill when many EDC items are not allowed.
Be very aware in Airports.
Now is not the time to be hunkered into a corner with your nose burried in your cell phone or tablet. Keep your eyes open for any suspicious behavior or sudden changes around you. Keep your carry on items close to your side or attached to you. This is especially important if you are carrying a typical/non-descript bag.
Share your itinarary with loved ones.
Don’t board a plane (train or bus for that matter) without making those you love aware of certain criteria such as flight number, arrival and departure times. Often cell service is not as reliable in airports and they will want to know you are fine. We often use Flight Aware to keep tabs on our loved ones in the air and landing so they are not being called when they cannot answer or having to answere (thus not being fully aware of their surroundings) in a crowded airport while juggling luggage and gates.
All in all we hope these tips will help you to change your surroundings while feeling well prepared in unfamiliar ones. Wherever your journey may take you, we hope that you remain diligent to know that unforseen things can still occur and when you are best prepared, you’ll be the least affected and the most helpful – no matter where you are!
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